November 7, 2021 – Slinger, WI – It was Wednesday, November 3 when the announcement shocked the Slinger School District that Superintendent Daren Sievers would be stepping down after 27 years in education; the past 9 years as superintendent.
Sievers, 50, said it was a difficult decision. “I love Slinger so much and I’m really struggling to leave,” said Sievers. “I’ve put everything I’ve had into this job and I’m making the decision because of my kids. I need to reassess my pace and my work load and look into other opportunities.”
Sievers felt making the announcement now the Slinger School Board will have enough time to conduct a thorough candidate search. “I want the district to move forward in a seamless fashion,” said Sievers. “This decision in the best interest of the District and my family.”
School Board president Ken Strupp was supportive of Sievers. “Due to Darin’s health conditions and the stress of the job and the additional stress of CRT has increased the likelihood of more seizures he needs to remove himself from the additional stress the current situation causes,” he said.
“The outpouring of support for Sievers following a difficult announcement has been a true tribute to the community he has built around the Slinger School District.”
There is a closed session meeting at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, November 8. The agenda simply states, “The board will go into closed session under state statute 19.85 1(f) to discuss a personnel issue.”
After Sievers announcement comments from the community detailed a true testament to his passionate work to build a strong foundation of solid education and respect in Slinger schools.
This will be such a hard transition for the Slinger district family. Daren is by far the most caring and personally involved superintendent that I have ever encountered. These will be really big shoes to fill, but he has to do what’s best for him and his family, and we wish him all the love and prayers for successful management of his health. Thank you for being you Daren! 
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Jennifer Lynn HaleyMr. Sievers you truly are an amazing man!!! And surely will be missed at slinger!!Zeina DopieralaSo true and sad how much being an educator takes from you..and still educators are mistreated by their principals.
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Paula JoecksWishing you all the best!!
Nothing but respect for you Mr. Sievers.Julie FrankWill miss you Daren! Best wishes to finding someone to fill your shoes!Anita BeckerMr Sievers, you will be missed greatly, my daughter Shellie Becker thought very highly of you and so did her dad and me. Please take care of yourself and family. I will keep you in my prayers.Jenny MarieMr. Sievers is an amazing person to work with. Prayers to him for his future, family, and health.Jenna RolliHe literally is the best. Always has such a big heart & actually cares. Sad to see him go, but family and health is more important, happy for you Mr. Sievers! God bless on the rest of your journey in life!Barbara YankusMy goodness stepping down after doing a great job for our school district all these years. Have a great time and enjoy your family you will be greatly miss by all.-
Mickey AnnWishing you the very best Daren! You will be missed by the Slinger Schoolcommunity! Definitely one of the best and kindest men I’ve worked for! Wishing you many years of good health.Jennifer BuchholzA class act and true servant leader. He will be missed and has created a legacy at Slinger.Jeanie BeckerDaren is the most caring individual there is . He cares about all the families in the Slinger School District even former students of his making sure everyone has the opportunity to be in this top rated school district!!Daren thank you for all you have done for the Slinger School district and the community.Best of luck to you, yes it’s time to take care of yourself !You will be missed !
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Sue ElfertDaren has been the heart and soul of our district. I could never imagine working in another district. Thank you for always doing what was right for students and your staff. Now it’s time to concentrate on you and your health. You will be greatly missed.John LarkinOne of the best educators I’ve had the opportunity to work with, and for. And an even better person… A huge loss for the Slinger School District. Wishing you all the best Daren!
Jill ManganaroThank you for all your years of service to the Slinger School District and community. You and the teaching staff are the reason why Slinger schools are ranked one of the best. I’m sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Prayers to your health, time to tak…See more -
Liz ThomasDaren, your leadership has been a tremendous blessing to the Slinger School District. You put Slinger on the map and raised the standard in education for the community! Thank you, thank you. God bless all your future endeavors.
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Monica AnnVery sad to hear. I think he has been an excellent leader for slinger. I’m sorry toHear about his epilepsy and also glad a lot of medical advancements are being made in that area.
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Wendy GaleckiDaren it was wonderful to work for you with fundraising events these past many years.Your shoes will definitely be hard to fill. You’re an incredible superintendent. Wishing you all the best in your new adventures
Katie AlmWhat a loss for the Slinger School District. Educators like Mr. Sievers are extremely rare finds. Enjoy your new adventure.Annette KaniaNo words
Your impact on the lives of so many students can never be measured. I appreciate your kindness and thoughtfulness to both my kiddos. Thank you. -
Ryan JazakTake care Daren. Prayers that your health remains strong. Thank you so much for all you have done for this great community and it’s school. God bless you
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Jacky WagnerThank you for all your years of dedication to the Slinger School District and the community. You will be greatly missed. Good luck to you and best wishes on your next endeavor.
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Dorothy LangeneckerThis is so sad to read. Daren, we wish you all the best. Please take care of yourself and your family. You will be so missed by the school district, students and community for all that you have done and will continue to do.·Susan Wile JacksonTeachers distraught means you’ve done a great job and will be missed!
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Susanne UlschmidI’m saddened to hear this news. Daren is an incredible leader and will be greatly missed. I wish him only the best!Tabitha ThereseHe is one of the best there is! He will truly be missed by students, staff and parents! I wish you the best of luck. Thank you for your time and dedication to the Slinger community and schools.Robbie SchmidtThe biggest reason the slinger school district is a booming success. We are blessed to have had him for as long as we did. Amazing person and friend!
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Katie RateThank you Mr. Sievers for all your years at Slinger Schools, I remember he was a guidance counselor when I was in school and loved by everyoneBarbara YankusMy goodness stepping down after doing a great job for our school district all these years. Have a great time and enjoy your family you will be greatly miss by allTracy Boden HennesThose will be some tough shoes to fill. Daren Sievers you’ve done an amazing job!Raschelle HallSuch a great Teacher and person! Good luck to you Mr. Sievers, thank you for all you did for the Slinger community!
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John EngstromA class act in every way, and a model of effective leadership. Take good care
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Katie Strupp Hickey
that will be a tall order to fill. He will be greatly missed.Barb NoreenSlinger was lucky to have had you in the district for as long as you were here. Thank you for your time and best of luck to you -
Zeina DopieralaSo true and sad how much being an educator takes from you..and still educators are mistreated by their principals.Jenna RolliHe literally is the best. Always has such a big heart & actually cares. Sad to see him go, but family and health is more important, happy for you Mr. Sievers! God bless on the rest of your journey in life!Bev Chase MeliusDaren, you will be greatly missed. Thank you for your years of service to the Slinger School District. Your’s will be hard shoes to fill.Jessica Ganas SwarayMr. Sievers is a class act and will be solely missed. Wishing him and his family all the bestMary WeberThank you for your dedication to Slinger Schools. You will be missed. Best wishes on your next adventure.Gayle HorneckThank you for all you have done for the Slinger school district. You will be truly missed.
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Jennifer Lynn HaleyMr. Sievers you truly are an amazing man!!! And surely will be missed at slinger!!Bob BodenSimply the best. Thank you for your leadership for our district and care for our children. You are a blessing!
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Anita BeckerMr Sievers, you will be missed greatly, my daughter Shellie Becker thought very highly of you and so did her dad and me. Please take care of yourself and family. I will keep you in my prayers
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Sievers said he would like to remain in education in some form. “Something in that capacity that would allow me to focus a little more on my health,” he said.
Sievers original letter to parents is below.
I am writing to you today to let you know I will be resigning from my position as Superintendent at the end of the 2021-2022 school year. This was a very difficult decision for me that comes with extremely mixed emotions. For the past two years I have been managing an epilepsy diagnosis that makes me prone to seizures and has made it increasingly difficult for me to be my best for the Slinger School District and manage the demands of the job I love so much.
Recently I experienced a set-back that has made it necessary for me to make a decision that is best for my long-term health, Slinger Schools, and my family. By announcing this now I want to empower the Slinger School Board to begin succession planning immediately so they can select my replacement in a timely manner that provides a smooth and thorough transition.
The past 27 years working for Slinger Schools and most recent 9 years serving in the role of superintendent have been an immense blessing. This small town boy from Minnesota will be forever grateful for being so warmly welcomed by the Slinger community and for the opportunity to work beside our amazing staff under the leadership of our strong and supportive school board. My personal plans will be to continue to live in Slinger as this has become home for me and my kids. I will continue to give this school community my best over the next 8 months and cherish every moment until I wrap up my time working for the Slinger Schools at the end of June.
With immense gratitude-
Daren Sievers
Superintendent
Thank you so much for all you have done for the Slinger School District. Every time I hear people talking about your accomplishments its always followed by.. “I just love him”! You are so admired by this community!! Best of luck to you!😊